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State Flower of Florida

Flower: Orange Blossom (Citrus Sinensis)

Florida’s name was inspired by flowers. Like the Spanish explorers who discovered Florida, its state flower is not native to North America, however. The orange blossom was adopted as Florida’s state flower on May 5, 1909.

Reportedly, there was little debate or fanfare. It was apparently considered the logical choice and who could argue with Florida’s multi-billion-dollar citrus industry?

The waxy, white blossoms of the orange tree are very fragrant. It has been said that it is the only state flower from which a commercial perfume has been made. Tons of Florida orange blossoms were once shipped to weddings across the country.